Second Chance Hiring

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CSOSA has been working with the DC Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management to change the narrative around hiring people who have been involved in the criminal legal system. Many talented individuals struggle to find gainful employment because of their criminal record.

One out of every three adults in the United States has a criminal record. Employers are reluctant to hire people who have been involved in the criminal legal system, often based on preconceptions that a recent Koch Foundation study found to be untrue. In reality, these individuals are often valuable, dedicated, and dependable hires. Providing a second chance through gainful employment is a triple win – it helps the individual, the employer, and the community.

If you’re an employer interested in Getting Talent Back to Work, CSOSA encourages you to Hire One!

 

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85% of HR reports that individuals with criminal records perform the same or better than employees without criminal records. 81% report the quality of hire and cost-per-hire for those with criminal records is the same or better, an increase of 14% since 2018 in quality of hire and 7% in cost-per-hire.
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Chart comparing 2021 vs. 2018 - Willingness to Work with Individuals with Criminal Records
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Has your organization hired individuals with criminal records?
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Second-chance hires performing the same or better than other hires